How I Got Hired: Growth Consultant, Localization, Google
| by Min Tan MATLM ’17
“After I graduated from MIIS, I realized how powerful the alumni network is.” Min Tan MATLM ’17 describes how networking helped her launch her career in localization.
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| by Min Tan MATLM ’17
“After I graduated from MIIS, I realized how powerful the alumni network is.” Min Tan MATLM ’17 describes how networking helped her launch her career in localization.
“The DC market deals with such a rich variety of topics that knowing how to prepare for technical meetings, be it on security or finance or human rights, is absolutely essential.” Miguel Garcia MACI ’14 describes what it takes to succeed as a professional interpreter.
| by Yuki Ueda MAIEM ’17
“Your friends, faculty, and career advisor can help you amplify the range of your search, but only if you are vocal about the kinds of work you enjoy.” Yuki Ueda MAIEM ’17 describes how the Institute helped launch a career in experiential learning programs.
“MIIS introduced me to the entire field of international trade along with offering me access to accomplished alumni who were willing to help.” Annathea Cook MAIPS ’16 describes how the Institute helped her launch her career.
| by Emmy Ham MPA '20
“The interview process is an opportunity to make sure the organization is a good fit for you as much as it is for them to assess your qualifications,” says Emmy Ham MPA ’20 about her role as a leader at the Santa Cruz County Business Council.
| by Mary Njeri Njuguna MATESOL '20
“Tap deeply into the long-standing MIIS alumni network, as well as professors and advisors,” advises Mary Njeri Njuguna MATESOL ’20 as she reflects on how she got her role as an English and social studies teacher at an international school in Egypt.
I highly recommend informational interviews—not only do they help expand your network, but they are also a great way to practice interviewing. Take courses that offer you practical skills and experience, and take the time to work on your language skills.
| by Cameron Steagall MAIEP ’20
Working on specific, tailored projects in courses was helpful in building a portfolio to share with potential employers. It was also helpful to participate in immersive learning experiences.
My advice for students is to network as much as possible, do informational interviews as much as possible, and start applying for jobs early! Networking and informational interviews can help you narrow down what type of job you’d like to end up in.
| by Mark Leon-Guerrero MANPTS '19
From language studies and the financial crime management specialization to career advisors helping me with salary negotiation, the entire Middlebury Institute experience helped me hit the ground running in the exact career field I was looking for.